Advanced Wind Technician II – Maintenance & Troubleshooting

Brookfield Renewable Partners L.P.; Kahuku (HI); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

TerraForm Power is seeking a Wind Technician Level 2 in Kahuku, Hawaii to perform advanced preventative maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of wind turbines and plant systems. This role operates with limited supervision and serves as a technical resource for less experienced technicians.

The position is onsite, full-time and reports to the O&M Manager in the Operations department. Travel to TerraForm sites may be required; candidates must meet safety certifications and be able to climb

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Trade or technical education preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of utility-scale wind maintenance experience.
• Experience troubleshooting GE 1.5 MW or Clipper 2.5 MW turbines preferred.
• Proficiency with hydraulic, electrical and mechanical systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled and corrective maintenance on wind turbines.
• Troubleshoot electrical, hydraulic, mechanical and PLC systems.
• Perform component replacements on multiple turbine platforms.
• Assist with medium and high voltage switching activities.
• Support troubleshooting of substation and Balance of Plant equipment.
• Complete maintenance documentation using computerized maintenance systems.
• Support inventory management and purchasing activities.
• Participate in rotating on-call coverage.
• Assist in training Wind Technician Level 1 employees.
• Travel to support other TerraForm sites when required.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Climb turbines

Electrical systems

Mechanical systems

Education

High school diploma or GED

Trade or technical education preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Computerized maintenance systems (CMMS)

Job description

TerraForm Power is seeking a Wind Technician Level 2 in Kahuku, Hawaii to perform advanced preventative maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of wind turbines and plant systems. This role operates with limited supervision and serves as a technical resource for less experienced technicians.

The position is onsite, full-time and reports to the O&M Manager in the Operations department. Travel to TerraForm sites may be required; candidates must meet safety certifications and be able to climb